How do you get from Kuala Lumpur to Tioman Island?

There are 2 ways to get from Kuala Lumpur to Tioman Island by bus or ferry

1. Take the bus from KL Sentral Station to Tanjung Gemok Jetty.
2. Take the ferry from Tanjung Gemok Jetty to Kampung Tekek Jetty.

How long does it take from Kuala Lumpur to Tioman Island?

around 5-6 hours
Getting to Tioman Island from Kuala Lumpur requires you travel over at least 2 states! The journey duration is typically around 5-6 hours. Excluding the 2-hour ferry ride! You can drive there via different routes or take the bus from Kuala Lumpur straight to Mersing Jetty or Tanjung Gemok Jetty.

Is Tioman island worth visiting?

Our final verdict is that Pulau Tioman is indeed worth visiting in 2020! Malaysia has won small victories against the coronavirus and is well on its way to restarting its economy.

Is Tioman Island Open now?

We are open from early February until mid November each year, as from mid-November through to early February, Tioman sees its monsoon season. The absolute best time for diving during the year is March – June, where we see visibility of up to 30m, however the weather and conditions are good for diving all year round.

Can I travel to Tioman now?

The tourism bubble at Pulau Tioman and Genting Highlands, scheduled to begin on Oct 1, has been suspended indefinitely, says Tourism Pahang general manager Kamaruddin Ibrahim. “Following this, only those in Pahang are allowed to travel to tourist destinations in the state while adhering to strict SOPs.

What is the best time to visit Tioman?

May to September is the best time to visit Tioman Island with plenty of sunshine and tolerable levels of humidity. In general, Tioman Island has a tropical (i.e. warm) climate throughout the year. The average temperature doesn’t stray far from 30°C.

Can we drive to Tioman?

Tioman Island The major gateway to the island is Mersing, a coastal town at the west of Johor state. The common route for most visitors is to drive or take a bus ride up to Mersing, then wait for the next available ferry out to sea. Tanjung Gemok is an alternative ferry terminal about 35km north of Mersing at Pahang.

What activities can do at island?

60 Fun Things To Do On Island

• Charter a yacht and sail to other islands.
• Collect unique seashells from the island’s 37 wonderful beaches.
• Go deep sea fishing for a Marlin and challenge yourself.
• Go for a horseback ride on the beach.
• Go for a mountain bike ride on the trails.
• Go for a swim, often.

What should I buy in Tioman?

Like Langkawi, Tioman is a duty free zone. So if you’re in the mood for shopping, head over to Vision Duty Free in Tekek village. You can get cheap alcohol and other items like tobacco, batik prints and chocolate. There are some smaller outlets at Paya and Salang Village.

Where is Perhentian island?

Terengganu
The Perhentian Islands (Malay: Kepulauan Perhentian) are islands in Besut District, Terengganu, Malaysia. The two main islands are Perhentian Besar (“Greater Perhentian”) and Perhentian Kecil (“Lesser Perhentian”).

How can I fly to Tioman Island?

Flying: Don’t count on flying to Tioman Island. Although Pulau Tioman has its own tiny airport (airport code: TOD), the service was suspended in 2014. Berjaya Air once operated daily flights from Kuala Lumpur. Instead, get to Mersing and grab one of the Bluewater Express ferries over to the island.

Can we travel to Tioman Island?

Tioman Island is located around 32km off the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia, on the border between the Johor and Pahang states of Malaysia. You can reach Tioman easily; By Bus/Car/Taxi and then a ferry from Mersing (Johor state) or Tanjung Gemok (Pahang state) ferry terminals.